About this opportunity
Applications are open for the Face of Agriculture (FOA) 2026 Programme , an initiative of Agric Naija Foods and Farms Limited designed to discover, develop, connect, and celebrate young agricultural leaders, farmers, agripreneurs, innovators, and changemakers across Nigeria. The programme aims to promote agriculture as a pathway to food security, economic growth, job creation, youth empowerment, and sustainable development .
Participants will have opportunities to develop their agribusiness skills, gain national recognition, connect with industry stakeholders, and compete for major rewards.
Benefits and support
Selected participants may gain access to: National recognition and visibility Agribusiness training Leadership development Mentorship from industry leaders Access to funding opportunities Market access support Networking opportunities Opportunities to become agricultural brand ambassadors Product exhibition and pitch opportunities.
Eligibility
The programme is designed for young people involved in agriculture and agribusiness, including: Farmers Agripreneurs Agricultural innovators Food and agribusiness entrepreneurs Young agricultural leaders Other changemakers contributing to Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Applicants will go through a
Selection process
, with selected participants progressing through various stages of the programme. Programme Journey The programme includes: Application and Nomination Influence and Mobilisation National Agricultural Boot Camp Exhibition and Pitch Day Grand Finale Ambassadorial Year The top three finalists will share a ₦50 million cash pool , while the overall winner will receive a ₦30 million cash gift for community or agricultural projects .
Programme Theme “Growing Africa’s Future Through Innovation, Enterprise, and Leadership. ” The programme is focused on identifying and supporting agricultural leaders who are contributing to the development of Nigeria’s food and agricultural systems through innovation, enterprise, and leadership.
Application timeline
Interested applicants should check the official programme portal for the current application timeline and
Application timeline
Application steps
Interested applicants can learn more and apply through the official Face of Agriculture 2026 website
Sources and verification
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